/video/21898/u-s-army-french-soldiers-complete-initial-phase-of-french-desert-commando-courseApril 28, 2018Nineteen U.S. Army Soldiers successfully completed the first phase of the French Desert Commando Course alongside French partners at the Centre Dentrainment Au Combat Djibouti (CECAD), in Arta Plage, Djibouti April 23, 2018.

/video/21884/h-co-949-brigade-support-battalion-keeps-the-mission-rollingApril 14, 2018Soldiers from Hotel Co. 949 Brigade Support Battalion out of Seagoville, Texas, provide maintenance on vehicles during their deployment at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, Africa. The unit is attached to Task Force Bayonet from the Texas National Guard during their stay, providing vehicle support for both the task force and the base.

/video/21833/command-chief-honors-bataan-legacy-in-djiboutiMarch 24, 2018U.S. Air Force Command Chief Benjamin Higginbotham, Combined Joint Task Force - Horn Of Africa Command Senior Enlisted Leader, participates in the Bataan Death March Memorial every year in White Sands, N.M. Due to his deployment with CJTF-HOA at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, Africa, he is unable to make it to the memorial in 2018. However, Chief refuses to give up on his pledge to honor the memory of Cpl. William H. Coffield Jr., who died during captivity, and Pfc. Francis M. Bania, who survived the march and three and a half years of captivity. The chief will be completing the march at Camp Lemonnier the same day as those participating in New Mexico.

/video/21822/dancing-provides-a-cultural-connection-in-religious-affairs-caritas-visitMarch 13, 2018A group of volunteers from CJTF-HOA stationed at @Camp Lemonnier went to teach dancing at Caritas this past week.. Caritas is a program that provides humanitarian assistance to homeless children throughout the city of Djibouti. Our Religious Affairs team sponsors weekly trip to provide aid and resources along with cultural interaction.

/video/21814/civil-affairs-veterinarians-assist-in-ali-oune-villageMarch 9, 2018The veterinarian unit of 404th Civil Affairs Battalion partnered with the Djibouti Ministry of Agriculture in a Veterinary Civic Action Project (VETCAP), in Ali Oune Village, Djibouti, March 6, 2018. The veterinarians held a workshop for local goat herders followed by a demonstration on how to identify several transboundary animal diseases.

/video/21780/cutlass-express-2018February 20, 2018The country of Somalia participated in Cutlass Express 2018 at Camp Doraleh, Djibouti, from Jan 31 - 7 Feb, 2018. This was the first time in almost 30 years that Somalia has participated in a multinational exercise outside its own borders. Cutlass Express 2018, sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and conducted by U.S. Naval Forces Africa, is an exercise designed to assess and improve combined maritime law enforcement capacity, promote national and regional security in East Africa as well as information sharing, planning and operating.
(Video Imagery provided by U.S. Air National Guard Master Sgt. Michael Stewart)

/video/21772/the-soldiers-story-the-expert-infantryman-badgeFebruary 16, 2018The Expert Infantryman Badge, EIB, is one of the most challenging courses for soldiers, testing their proficiency in infantry skills. Created in November 1943 during World War II, today it is awarded to U.S. Army personnel who hold infantry or special forces military occupational specialties who have perfected the required infantry proficiencies. After the most recent round at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, Africa, both recipients and instructors shared what it means to them to earn and wear the EIB.

/video/21716/task-force-bayonet-soldiers-train-for-the-expert-infantryman-badge-at-camp-lemonnierJanuary 27, 2018Task Force Bayonet has nearly 200 U.S. Army​ Soldiers from the 3rd Battalion 144th Infantry Regiment "Fourth Texas" and 1st Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division onboard Camp Lemonnier Djibouti​, Africa, are going through a rigorous training course to obtain the Expert Infantryman Badge (EIB). The EIB is a coveted special skills badge that requires infantry Soldiers to pass a five-day evaluation that consists of an Army Physical Fitness Test, day and night land navigation, a 12-mile forced march, and 30 individual tasks covering weapons, medical, and security patrol skills. In an April 2016 EIB iteration at Camp Lemonnier, only 15 percent of candidates earned the badge. Best of luck to the Soldiers going into the testing rounds!

/video/21709/music-connects-afcent-band-members-both-on-and-off-stageJanuary 23, 2018The U.S. Air Forces Central Command, AFCENT, Band returned this month playing a number of shows throughout Djibouti City. The band shares a love for music both on and off stage. During the tour, audiences enjoy the performances of these talented professionals. But on this stop, some of the performers had an opportunity to share about time off activities as well as a passion for the music.

/video/21683/seabees-continue-to-build-strong-bonds-and-structures-in-ali-ouneJanuary 17, 2018In the Arta region in Djibouti, Africa, the Naval Mobile Battalion 133, Seabees, continue working on the construction of a medical care facility. The crew is completing a concrete pour for the slab floor of the living quarters at the facility. The construction of the medical care facility is an ongoing project in the village of Ali Oune.

/video/21675/service-members-take-part-in-christmas-service-in-djibouti-cityJanuary 5, 2018Service members and personnel from both Combined Joint Task Force – Horn of Africa and Camp Lemonnier attended Christmas Service at the Cathedral in Djibouti City. More than 40 members of the group attended the service, which was said in both English and French. Watch the video to see just one of several events that continue to strengthen relationships between the U.S. and Djibouti!

/video/21648/alligator-dagger-2017December 30, 2017Earlier this month, service members assigned to Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa participated in Alligator Dagger. Alligator Dagger, led by Naval Amphibious Force, Task Force 51/5th Marine Expeditionary Brigade is a dedicated, bilateral combat rehearsal that combines U.S. and French forces to practice, rehearse and exercise integrated capabilities available to U.S. Central Command both afloat and ashore.

/video/21556/service-members-participate-in-the-35th-annual-grand-bara-raceDecember 19, 2017More then 250 U.S. service members onboard Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, Africa, joined approximately 2,500 military and civilian runners at the 35th annual 15K Grand Bara Race in the Grand Bara desert, Dec. 14th, 2017. Delegates from France, Djibouti, U.S., China, Italy, Spain and others participated in the race hosted by the Djiboutian government and French military.

/video/21538/cjtf-hoa-chaplain-provides-faith-and-fellowshipDecember 13, 2017Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa chaplain corps provides support in faith to service members throughout Eastern Africa. Maj. Christopher Melvin, Deputy Director, delivers these skills in various ways aboard Camp Lemonnier and in multiple locations spanining nearly half the size of the continental United States. The following is a glimpse of the chaplain’s world aboard CJTF-HOA.

/video/21520/service-members-learn-frontline-medical-care-with-hands-on-practiceDecember 8, 2017This week, service members at Camp Lemonnier Djibouti Africa, gained advanced medical training at the Combat Lifesaver Course. Watch the video to see students learn hoe to control bleeding, manage an airway, and handle chest trauma!

/video/21510/camp-lemonnier-hosts-final-stage-to-earn-the-german-armed-forces-proficiency-badgeDecember 4, 2017Last week, more than 50 U.S. service members finished the final stage to earn the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge with a ruck march - a hike, in uniform, carrying up to 50 extra pounds of gear. The Soldiers, Sailors, and Airmen marched for 6, 9, or 12 kilometers earning a bronze, silver or gold version of the badge, respectively.

/video/21509/gen-lengyel-visits-soldiers-and-airmen-at-camp-lemonnierNovember 28, 2017Earlier this week, Gen. Joseph Lengyel, Chief of the National Guard Bureau, paid a visit to Camp Lemonnier Djibouti . The General spent time with Soldiers and Airmen, even having lunch with members of the Texas Army National Guard, Task Force Bayonet.

/video/21485/the-bazaar-comes-to-camp-lemonnierNovember 24, 2017The Bazaar arrives at Camp Lemonnier Djibouti in November. Which has local vendors selling items to service members and base personnel. There's even a chance of some early holiday shopping.

/video/21475/joint-affairs-provide-outreach-efforts-in-tadjouraNovember 18, 2017The Civil and Religious Affairs continue to strengthen the bonds of good will in Tadjoura and throughout the Djiboutian communities.

/video/21436/civil-affairs-english-discussion-groupOctober 31, 2017Members of Combined Joint Task Force - Horn of Africa, 411th Civil Affairs Battalion facilitated an English discussion group in the towns of Tadjoura and Obock in Djibouti, Africa.

/video/21433/veterinary-engagementOctober 28, 2017Members of the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa's 443rd Civil Affairs Battalion's Functional Specialty Team participated in a veterinary engagement in the Tadjourah region of Djibouti, Africa. Their mission was to share best practices in animal care and to strengthen relationships with the host nation of Djibouti.

/video/21416/massive-attack-in-mogadishu-spurs-quick-response-support-from-cjtf-hoaOctober 20, 2017Pallets of medical and humanitarian aid are offloaded from a U.S. C-130J Super Hercules at Mogadishu International Airport Oct. 17, 2017, to assist the Somali people after a terrorist attack killed and injured hundreds in Mogadishu Oct. 14. On a Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa mission, the C-130 carried several pallets of medical equipment and supplies. The United States will continue to stand with the Somali government, its people, and international allies to combat terrorism and support efforts to achieve peace, security and prosperity.(Portions of video provided by 1st Combat Camera, U.S. Air Force TSgt Alexander Farver and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Nicholas Priest)

/video/21404/radio-communication-best-practices-sharingOctober 13, 2017U.S. service members from the tactical communications section assigned to the Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa communications directorate conducted a best practices sharing session with members of the Djibouti Armed Forces.

/video/21358/multilateral-neo-exerciseOctober 7, 2017Initiated by the Japanese military, Combined Joint Task Force-Horn of Africa (CJTF-HOA) supported a joint-nation noncombatant evacuation operation (NEO) exercise and training here, Sept. 29. CJTF-HOA assists partner nations in building their militaries’ capability and capacity to execute peace operations and respond to emergencies, which not only enhances security and stability throughout Africa, but is also beneficial to U.S. security interests.

/video/21338/french-desert-commando-course-2017September 30, 2017Members of the Combined Joint Task Force Horn of Africa participated with French forces in a French Desert Commando Course in the Arta region of Djibouti. The course consists of up to seven phases that teach participants combat life-saving skills, field tactics, land navigation, weapons training, trap setting, survival cooking, and water-source locating. Additionally, the men and women who complete this course will learn survival tactics, accomplished water and mountain obstacle courses and ultimately, will have gained practical knowledge for surviving in austere environments.